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DeMatha Catholic alumnus Jerami Grant was traded by the Oklahoma City Thunder to the Denver Nuggets.

By Giana Han

Jul 8, 2019

Former Maryland center Bruno Fernando will sign a three-year guaranteed contract with the Atlanta Hawks, who traded three draft choices to get him.

By Don Markus

Jul 7, 2019

The Washington Wizards announced Saturday that they have acquired forward C.J. Miles from Memphis in exchange for center Dwight Howard.

Pikesville native, 13-year-old Jake Schloss, got the chance to work with former NBA All-Star Tim Hardaway to promote the "Dribble Silencer" by Dream Dribble.

By Kyle J. Andrews

Jul 5, 2019

Peter Schmuck's takes on the news items of the week. Thoughts on Peyton Manning, Joey Chestnut, Trey Mancini, Colin Kaepernick and more.

By Peter Schmuck

Jul 5, 2019

Former Loyola Maryland midfielder Chase Scanlan announced that he has agreed to transfer to the Syracuse men’s lacrosse program.

By Edward Lee

Jul 3, 2019

From Bruno Fernando to Jairus Lyles, here's a look at some players with local ties competing in this year's NBA Summer League.

NBA tells teams that coaches' challenges are coming, pending approval by board of governors next month

Giannis Antetokounmpo will play for Greece at this year's basketball World Cup in China, saying Friday he can play any position.

Stephen Curry is using a foundation of faith to build a career away from the basketball court through his burgeoning production company.

Franklin graduate Olivia Gruver earned a spot on the U.S. national track and field team that will compete in the Pan American Games in August.

Sophomore forward Jalen Smith has been mentioned as a first-round pick in 2020, with others such as sophomore guard Aaron Wiggins possibilities, too.

By Don Markus

Jun 25, 2019

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal was named the NBA Cares Community Assist Award winner at the league’s annual award show Monday night.

For a number of reasons, sliding down to the No. 34 spot for Maryland's Bruno Fernando could be a positive way to start his NBA career.

By Don Markus

Jun 22, 2019

Maryland center Bruno Fernando was taken in the second round at Thursday's NBA draft in Brooklyn.

By Don Markus

Jun 21, 2019

The Washington Wizards have forward Rui Hachimura from Gonzaga the first Japanese player ever taken in the first round of the NBA draft.

Here's what you need to know before the 2019 NBA draft begins Thursday night.

Expected to be selected in the second half of the first round of Thursday's NBA draft, here are five possible landing spots for Maryland center Bruno Fernando.

By Don Markus

Jun 20, 2019

An extra year in prep school and returning for his sophomore year at Maryland helped Bruno Fernando become a likely first-round NBA draft pick in 2019.

By Don Markus

Jun 19, 2019

The NBA player had four posts about Brown on his story and said he “still can’t believe it.”

The U.S. womens soccer team has sparked a debate about sportsmanship with their excessive celebration in 13-0 win over Thailand.

By Peter Schmuck

Jun 13, 2019

Former Maryland center Bruno Fernando's name can be found all over the various mock drafts, from a top-10 pick to middle of second round.

By Don Markus

Jun 13, 2019

An original team photo of the 1914 Baltimore Orioles, featuring Babe Ruth, sold for a record $190,373 at auction.

Peter Schmuck's "News Item" column on a variety of subjects including an NFL preseason game in Canada, Le'Veon Bell's female problem and a Warriors prediction.

By Peter Schmuck

Jun 7, 2019

Keith Booth was the last player from Dunbar High to make it to the NBA, but his short pro career should be a cautionary tale for those hoping to follow him.

By Don Markus

Jun 6, 2019

Under Armour has released its "Margin of Victory" short documentary starring Stephen Curry, Kelley O'Hara and Anthony Joshua.

By Lorraine Mirabella

May 31, 2019

Peter Schmuck's takes on Drake and the Raptors along with a bunch of other news items from the past week.

By Peter Schmuck

May 31, 2019

Anthony Cowan Jr., Maryland's leading scorer the past two seasons, announced Wednesday that he will return for his senior year in College Park.

By Don Markus

May 29, 2019

Maryland guard Anthony Cowan Jr. will decide whether to return to Maryland for his senior year after Wednesday's workout with the Sacramento Kings.

By Don Markus

May 28, 2019

Keith Booth introduced as Dunbar's new boys basketball coach.

By Glenn Graham

May 23, 2019

More than a quarter-century after leaving Dunbar High, Keith Booth will return as coach of the Poets with hopes of bringing the program back to prominence.

By Don Markus

May 22, 2019

Denver president of basketball operations Tim Connelly decided to stay with the Nuggets instead of possibly bolting for Washington.

Former Maryland standout Kevin Huerter was named one of the NBA's top 10 rookies this season, becoming the first former Terp to do so in nearly 20 years.

By Don Markus

May 21, 2019

Maryland’s Fernando told the media at the NBA Combine on Thursday that the second time around in Chicago has been more enjoyable.

Former Dunbar and Maryland star Keith Booth has been selected as the next coach of the Poets' boys basketball team, according to AD Dana Johnso

By Don Markus

May 16, 2019

John Beilein's surprising announcement Monday that he was leaving Michigan to coach the Cleveland Cavaliers has some similarities to Gary Williams' retirement.

By Don Markus

May 14, 2019

Bruno Fernando, who also went to the combine last year but ultimately decided to return to school, is expected to be a mid-to-late first-round pick in the June 20 draft.

"I've watched Chol the last three years and I can't say enough about him as both a person and a basketball player," Maryland coach Mark Turgeon said in a statement.

By Don Markus

May 6, 2019

Sinclair Broadcast Group will partner with the owner of The Weather Channel to buy 21 regional sports networks and Fox College Sports from The Walt Disney Co. for $10.6 billion, the companies announced Friday.

By Lorraine Mirabella

May 3, 2019

Former Orioles had some fun this week.

By Jennifer Badie

May 2, 2019

Maryland sophomore Bruno Fernando, who most expect to become a first-round draft choice this year, announces that he will keep his name in the draft and end his career in College Park.

By Don Markus

May 1, 2019

Chol Marial, a 7-foot-2 center from South Sudan, will take a visit to Maryland beginning on Thursday.

By Don Markus

Apr 24, 2019

Loyola Maryland's Pat Spencer, who ranks in the top-five all-time of both points and assists in NCAA Division I, was selected first overall by the PLL’s Archers to become the first collegiate player ever selected by the new league.

Shooting guard Will Barton is one of a few members of the Denver Nuggets' roster, coaching staff and front office with roots in Baltimore.

By Don Markus

Apr 16, 2019

Maryland sophomore center Bruno Fernando and junior guard Anthony Cowan Jr. announced Monday that they will make themselves eligible for the NBA draft, but both are leaving the door open for a possible return to College Park next season.

By Don Markus

Apr 15, 2019

The Washington Wizards' offseason mercifully began after Tuesday night's loss to the Boston Celtics, giving the team until September to chart a new course.

Hall of Fame basketball player and Los Angeles Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 71, who sat down for an interview with The Baltimore Sun.

By Mike Preston

Apr 10, 2019

Pivotal offseason awaits Wizards after 50-loss season

Jalen Smith's decision to return for his sophomore year at Maryland was not surprising, but his choice not to go to the NBA draft combine was unexpected.

By Don Markus

Apr 9, 2019

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